What will Nintendo do after the Switch OLED? We asked a Magic 8-Ball to find out

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Sat, 17 Jul 2021 14:00:04 +0000

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Nintendo can be impossible to predict, so we asked a Magic 8-Ball to shine some light on what the Kyoto-based company might do next.

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After Nintendo threw its latest curveball at the world with the surprise announcement of the Nintendo Switch OLED , sometimes it feels almost impossible to predict what the Kyoto-based company will do next. Multiple reports pointed towards the reveal of a Nintendo Switch Pro , one that would bring the consoles games into the world of 4K for the very first time, But as we should have expected by now, this wasnt the case.

Nintendo had its own ideas for the next Nintendo Switch model, and rather
than address genuine problems like Joy-Con drift , improve the consoles graphical performance and increase battery life, we were instead presented with a modest upgrade of the original Switch .

While its Nintendos sheer unpredictability that makes the company so special as a platform holder, it can also lead to untold frustration when the Big N stubbornly refuses to do what can often seem like the obvious thing.
Sometimes its blue ocean strategy can lead to unprecedented success, like
with the Wii . While at other times, we cant help but wish Nintendo would
take the easy option. Best Nintendo Switch games : don't miss these top
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So figuring out which direction Nintendo will go next isnt easy. Thats why we put our most pressing questions to a Magic 8-Ball, a fountain of knowledge
and someone who will always provide a yes or no answer. The outcomes are just as obscure (and hilarious) as you might expect. Magic 8-Ball will Nintendo make a Nintendo Switch Pro? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: Most Likely

We couldnt be happier with this answer. The recently announced Nintendo
Switch OLED model was not the 4K Nintendo console we let ourselves believe
was out there, but it sounds like the Nintendo Switch Pro might still be on its way.

Unfortunately the wise Magic 8-Ball has kept us in the dark about what specs we could expect from the Nintendo Switch Pro. Many suspect the handheld will sport a full-HD OLED display, with the Switch Pro able to produce a 4K image while docked. It would likely have a more powerful processor too, and could even use Nvidia DLSS-like technology to boost its framerate. Well just have
to wait and see. Magnificent Magic 8-Ball... will the next Nintendo console
be portable? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: Very doubtful

Well, this has thrown us a bit. The Nintendo Switch has been widely
successful because of its adaptability of being a home console and a portable system in one. But could Nintendo return to having a dedicated device that sits underneath your television? Weve seen Nintendo release the Nintendo Switch Lite to address those who only play handheld, and the Nintendo Switch OLED doesnt do anything to improve the experience when playing in TV mode much to the annoyance of many so maybe the idea of Nintendo creating a dedicated home console again isnt as far fetched as it first seemed. Oh wise, Magic 8-Ball... will the Nintendo Switch become Nintendos best selling
console of all time? (Image credit: Shutterstock/leungchopan)

Magic 8-Ball says: Dont count on it

This is probably one we could have answered on our own. While the Nintendo Switch has experienced incredible popularity since its launch, there are actually a couple of Nintendo consoles ahead of it in terms of sales right now. Theres the Wii at roughly 101 million units sold, the beloved home console that introduced us all to motion controls (and terrible plastic peripherals), and above that we have the Nintendo DS (and its family of handheld offspring) at 154 million units sold.

If the Nintendo Switch wants to take the top spot itll need to roughly double its current sales figures (currently at 84.59 million units). The Magic
8-Ball doesnt believe the hybrid console can do it, and wed be inclined to agree. Heres an easy one, Magic 8-Ball will we ever get a Joy-Con controller with a D-Pad? (Image credit: TechRadar)

Magic 8-Ball says: As I see it, yes

Honestly, were surprised this hasnt happened already. As it stands, the only Switch that comes with a dedicated D-Pad is the Nintendo Switch Lite, and
that really shouldnt be the case. While we understand why Nintendo adopts
face buttons for the directional pad on the left Joy-Con, theres no excuse
why consumers havent been offered a standalone controller that comes with a D-Pad. For a company that creates so many superb platformers, it would be
nice to have this option on the regular Switch and Switch OLED. Magic 8-Ball F-Zero is coming back one day, right? (Image credit: Nintendo/Sega)

Magic 8-Ball says: Better not tell you now

Playing coy with us, Magic 8-Ball? We understand - leaks always ruin the rush that comes with a surprise announcement, and for fans of F-Zero a new game reveal would be a moment they dont want spoiled. F-Zero: Climax, a Japanese exclusive, was the last game in the series to be released (it came out in 2004). 17 years later and we havent yet had any sign that a new F-Zero will
be released, with the series only making cameo appearances in the Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros . games. Lets be real, Magic 8-Ball will we ever get Mario Kart 9 on Nintendo Switch? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: Outlook good



We really hope the Magic 8-Ball is right on this one. Its been an exorbitant amount of time since we last had a new Mario Kart entry, and considering that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was a spruced up version of the Wii U game, Mario Kart 9 feels long overdue. Its not like we really need more powerful hardware, either, as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe still looks glorious running on the Switch,
but new tracks, characters and a fresh new gimmick would be really appreciated. You know it, I know it. was the Wii U just terribly misunderstood, Magic 8-Ball? (Image credit: Shutterstock/Interneteable)

Magic 8-Ball says: Most likely

Many of you out there love to hate the Wii U, but the Magic 8-Ball has
spoken. We always knew the console was misunderstood, and its nice to finally have our feelings vindicated.

The Wii U GamePad was an incredible controller, as the dual-screen experience was unlike anything a home console has ever offered before or since. And who can forget the games themselves? The Wii Us games were all so brilliant that many of them have now been remastered for the Switch so that fans dont miss out on their excellence. Writing this just makes us want to dig out that
dusty console and give it another play. Yes or no, Magic 8-Ball will Zelda be a playable character in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: Yes

With the Magic 8-Ball delivering a clear and unwavering answer, were
confident that Nintendo will announce Zelda as a playable in Breath of the Wild 2 , something which fans have been asking for. Its great to finally have confirmation after many months of speculation, and the decision makes sense. It is her legend after all, and being able to choose another character over the famously mute Link would only help make the game more appealing. In your opinion, Magic 8-Ball will Nintendo ever make a game that sells more copies than Wii Sports? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: You may rely on it

Interesting, Magic 8-Ball, very interesting. Wii Sports was able to plant itself in the top spot because it came packaged with nearly every Wii console ever sold. That means it had a staggeringly high adoption rate that Nintendo hasnt been able to match since. Were going to guess the Magic 8-Balls declaration means Nintendo will one day include a game with its consoles again. When that time comes, it also sounds like itll have created an incredibly popular console; lets just hope the pack-in game is good. Even you wont be able to predict this one, Magic 8-Ball but will Nintendo ever merge with Microsoft or Sony? (Image credit: Future)

Magic 8-Ball says: Very doubtful

Ok, maybe this was an easier prediction than we thought. Yes, its extremely unlikely that Nintendo will ever merge with either Microsoft or Sony though during the dark days of the Wii U, many believed this would be in the best interests of Nintendo moving forward. And while the idea of having Nintendos often impeccable software on either the Xbox Series X or PS5 is certainly appealing, its important to remember that the reason Nintendos first-party output excels, is because theyre designed around the hardware the company creates. Merciful Magic 8-Ball... will Waluigi ever come to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: Yes

You heard it here first folks, the Magic 8-Ball has spoken and its words are clear. For many of us this is excellent news, though we will hold a moment of silence for all the dreams that have just been crushed by this proclamation.

The games director, Masahiro Sakurai, has confirmed multiple times that the next DLC fighter will be Smash Ultimates last. If you were hoping for a character other than Waluigi, were sorry to say they wont be joining the battle this time. But hey, at least the character wont be another sword fighter. Tell us this, Magic 8-Ball. We lost our Mewtwo when transferring it to a friends Game Boy back in 1999 will Nintendo compensate us for this
tragic loss? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: My sources say no

To be honest, we should have expected this... and were not sure what sort of compensation would even make up for the pain we felt all those years ago. The blow of losing a Mewtwo in a freak transfer cable accident still hurts, but
at least we finally have some closure on this traumatic event. Thanks, Magic 8-Ball, we can now start to heal. Last one, Magic 8-Ball do you hate Tingle from The Legend of Zelda: Majoras Mask as much as we do? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Magic 8-Ball says: As I see it, yes

Sorry Tingle, but looks like youve Koolood your last Limpah. Get outta Zelda ya strange man; the Magic 8-Ball has spoken. Nintendo Switch OLED vs Nintendo Switch Lite : which is right for you?



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